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Closing the bonnet

  1. Before closing the bonnet, check in and around the engine compartment to ensure the following:

    • Any tools or other loose objects are removed from the engine compartment area or bonnet opening area

    • All gloves, rags, or other combustible material are removed from the engine compartment

    • All filler caps are tightly and correctly installed

  2. Lower the bonnet until it is about 30 cm above the closed position and then let it drop.

  3. Check the bonnet has locked properly. If the bonnet is raised slightly, open it again and drop it from a little higher. Check again.

  • Before closing the bonnet, ensure all obstructions are removed from around the bonnet opening.

  • Always double check to be sure that the bonnet is firmly latched before driving away. Check there is no bonnet open warning light or message displayed on the instrument cluster. Driving with the bonnet opened may cause a total loss of visibility, which might result in a collision.

  • Do not move the vehicle with the bonnet raised. It may block your vision and may result in a collision.